Global Benefits Consultant - (Contract & Remote)

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Benefits Consultant to support multiple client engagements in a fast-paced consulting environment at Alliant Human Capital. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to clients by leading benefits strategy, administration, compliance, and operational support across domestic and global employee populations. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of progressive benefits experience, including hands-on experience supporting global benefits programs, vendor management, employee escalations, open enrollment, compliance initiatives, and benefits operations within complex and fast-growing organizations. This individual must be comfortable working independently, managing multiple clients simultaneously, and partnering directly with executive stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead administration and strategic oversight of U.S. and global employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, wellness, and leave programs Manage and support global benefits operations across multiple countries and regions, including coordination with international brokers and vendors Serve as the primary point of contact for client leadership regarding benefits strategy, escalations, renewals, compliance, and employee experience Partner with brokers, carriers, TPAs, payroll providers, and global vendors to ensure effective program administration and issue resolution Support annual open enrollment processes including employee communications, system configuration validation, testing, and reporting Provide hands-on support with leave of absence and disability programs including FMLA, ADA, state leaves, parental leave, and global leave requirements where applicable Analyze benefits utilization, trends, benchmarking data, and vendor performance to provide strategic recommendations to clients Ensure compliance with applicable regulations including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, Section 125, and international benefits requirements Support mergers, acquisitions, global expansions, and organizational changes impacting employee benefit programs Maintain and audit HRIS and benefits systems including Workday, ADP Workforce Now, UKG, Rippling, BambooHR, or similar platforms Develop SOPs, process documentation, employee-facing materials, and benefits communications Support payroll and finance teams with benefits deductions, invoices, carrier reconciliations, and reporting Participate in client meetings, strategic planning discussions, and operational reviews as a subject matter expert Qualifications 8+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, benefits consulting, or total rewards Required experience managing or supporting global benefits programs Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits compliance and employee leave regulations Experience supporting multi-state and international employee populations Demonstrated experience managing multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously Experience partnering directly with executive leadership and external vendors Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a consultative and client-service mindset Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and HRIS/benefits platforms Preferred Qualifications Previous consulting or outsourced HR/Benefits support experience Experience in high-growth, startup, or rapidly scaling organizations CEBS, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or related certifications preferred Experience with global benefits brokers and international compliance coordination Familiarity with benefits integrations, EDI feeds, and payroll reconciliation processes Work Environment Remote-based role with flexibility to support clients across multiple time zones Ability to support multiple concurrent engagements in a consulting environment Occasional travel may be required based on client needs What Success Looks Like Delivering high-quality client support with minimal oversight Building strong partnerships with clients, brokers, and internal teams Improving operational efficiency and employee experience within benefits programs Providing proactive, strategic recommendations that support client growth and compliance Successfully managing complex benefits operations in both domestic and global environments